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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Oceanfront with outdoor pool, near Belmont Park

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On the beach, surfing
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Restaurant
Surfer Beach Hotel offers a quintessential beach experience where guests can spread out on the sand or relax with coffee in hand. The property serves as an ideal base for surfing enthusiasts, provides a refreshing pool area, and features rooms with ocean vistas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Ocean View Jr Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Sofa bed - king
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

View from room

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | View from room

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, Surfer Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fashion Valley Mall and Seaport Village. Belmont Park and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Hotel near Mission Beach
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library at Surfer Beach Hotel. With amenities like a beachfront location and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • An elevator, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • World Famous

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
Hotel Surfer Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Surfer Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Surfer Beach Hotel located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within a 5-minute walk of Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

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Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1112 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years as a family and it’s all you need while your in town, staff is always friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice staycation hanging out on the beach and walking back to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Fun place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, awesome staff, and super comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Love how close it was to the ocean …Very welcoming and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love the location. Couldn’t ask for a better spot for beach view and access. Wonderful view of the ocean and we loved walking the boardwalk every morning and night. Would stay here again without question.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay by the beach. Hotel staff were super welcoming and informative.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Steps away to the beach and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nice friendly staff. Very very small bathrooms, TV barely works.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our go to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Exal

Liked: Staff & service
S
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rr
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Needs some updating. But ocean views were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So family friendly in a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the sunset views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was spectacular, the sound of the waves and the fresh ocean air added to the ambiance. Amazing and delicious food choices within walking distance. The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

vininicius

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good price, pretty basic but beach front.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is within walking distance, Rooms are good but could use an upgrade.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianne

Great location great view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved being right by the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

barbara

Nice location older hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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